Chemical Technician II (4-day Weekend Overnight)

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The **Chemical Technician II **is responsible for producing high quality reagents that are used IDT worldwide and handle regulated waste.

This position reports to a Chemical Processing Supervisor, is part of the Chemical Processing Reagent’s department located in Coralville, Iowa and is an on-site role. Schedule

: Thursday – Sunday, 4:00pm – 3:00am (shift differential applies)

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Utilizes ERP system to monitor inventory levels, schedule and create work orders, transfer material and decrement from the system

• Changes and dispenses materials for production, follows the current processes for manufacturing, storage, and transportation of chemicals, including handling regulated waste, and actively participates in the Hazardous Material Spill Response Team

• Gathers, interprets, and analyzes data from scale readouts and BCMS scripts. Will be required to troubleshoot issues with quality and delivery as they arise

The essential requirements of the job include

• Associate degree in STEM field

• Ability to meet all required IDT certifications required for the role, such as HAZWOPER 24hr-Technician Certification (requiring Medically fit to participate in IDT’s Respirator Program), RCRA awareness certification, certified Powered Industrial Truck Operator

• The ability to be medically clear and adhere to IDT’s Respiratory Program is a condition of employment and continued employment. Individuals in these functions will need to be tested, pass, and be fitted for respirator use as part of standard personal-protective equipment

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Very Heavy - Exert 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 50 lbs. of force frequently

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field

• Making sound decisions when mixing bulk chemicals and troubleshooting equipment without direct supervisor input

• Working with basic chemistry and mathematics, including unit conversations necessary to perform in-process adjustments

IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

You should be proficient in:

• Hazardous Materials
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Inventory Management & Control